Elberadweg

The international Elbe Cycle Route is Germany's most popular long-distance cycle route. The Brandenburg section runs mainly along the dyke here in Prignitz. The UNESCO Elbe-Brandenburg River Landscape Biosphere Reserve stretches between Havelberg and Dömitz along the unspoilt river with its unique natural areas. Wonderful nature observations, vastness and tranquillity characterise this tour. In spring and summer, storks fill the skies, especially in Rühstädt, namend  “European Stork Village,”where they nest and clatter energetically. The path leads past dreamy villages with thatched houses. The trail winds past picturesque villages with charming thatched-roof houses, inviting walkers and cyclists to pause and enjoy the serene countryside. **Recommended start:** Glöwen **Recommended finish:** Boitzenburg/Elbe **Getting there:** RE2 to Glöwen **Total length:** 164 km, approx 90 km in the Prignitz **Attractions:** UNESCO "Elbe-Brandenburg River Landscape" Biosphere Reserve, Havelberg Cathedral, confluence of the Havel and Elbe near Gnevsdorf, European Stork Village of Rühstädt (approx. 30 nests), industrial monuments and Europe´s largest clock tower in Wittenberge, Lenzen old town and castle

Ascent

49 m

Descent

83 m

Let yourself be tempted by a special experience – a cycling trip along the Elbe. The Elbe Cycle Route is one of the most attractive and varied cycling routes in Europe. From the Wadden Sea through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains to Bohemia, 1,270 km of diversity awaits you. Here you can experience unique culture and vibrant metropolises, as well as the almost untouched nature of the Elbe floodplains. Those cycling to Prague also get to know a part of the Moldau. The slight gradiant ensures relaxed hours on the bike. The Elbe Cycle Route logo shows you the way. Eighty percent of the route runs on a dedicated cycle path. The surface is mostly asphalted and therefore good to very good to cycle on. From Prague to the mouth of the Elbe, there is only a slight difference in elevation.

Ascent

269 m

Descent

337 m

Highest point

160 m

Lowest point

57 m

Sea breeze, salty air, wind, and seagull cries characterize this section of the Elbe Cycle Route. Here, the route shows its maritime side. Cuxhaven and Brunsbüttel form the central locations on both sides of the Elbe in this section. At times, the opposite Elbe bank disappears behind the horizon. The high dikes with many sheep gates testify to a long tradition of coastal protection. Fishing has left its traces in the towns just as much as seafaring.

Ascent

43 m

Descent

41 m

Highest point

10 m

Sea breeze, salty air, wind and the cries of seagulls characterize this section of the Elbe Cycle Route. Here, the Elbe Cycle Route shows its maritime side. Cuxhaven and Brunsbüttel are the central places on the two sides of the Elbe in this section. At times, the opposite bank of the Elbe disappears behind the horizon. The high dikes with their many sheep gates bear witness to a long tradition of coastal protection. Fishing has left its mark on the towns, as has seafaring.  

Ascent

7 m

Descent

10 m

Highest point

10 m

The 32 km tour runs from the ferry landing in Finkenwerder to the ferry landing in Lühe - ideal for a short bike ride along the Elbe and through the orchard region of Altes Land. The route can be cycled in both directions. It combines a stretch of Elbe scenery with the hinterland, the orchard region of Altes Land. From mid to late April, the region turns into a sea of white and pink blossoms; from late summer, the harvest of cherries, apples, pears, plums and many other fruit varieties begins in the largest contiguous fruit-growing area in Northern Europe. Anyone interested in the region's history should plan a stop at the [Museum Altes Land](https://museum-altesland.jork.de/museen/museum-altes-land/) in Jork. Organ lovers can admire the original Arp Schnitger organ in Steinkirchen Church.

Ascent

15 m

Descent

15 m

Highest point

6 m

Lowest point

-1 m

From the Altes Land orchard region via the charming Hanseatic city of Stade, this flat section of the Elbe Cycle Route leads into the maritime Kehdingen region. The route runs mostly behind the dike along the Elbe and can be cycled in both directions.

Ascent

22 m

Descent

20 m

Highest point

8 m

Lowest point

-1 m

The land "between the dikes" is a resting place for thousands of migratory birds in spring and autumn on their way to their summer or winter quarters. The cycle path leads through the flat, maritime landscape of the Lower Elbe on mostly paved paths.

Ascent

51 m

Descent

45 m

Highest point

10 m